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Ultrafiltration membranesThese new pressurized and submerged ultrafiltration membranes are designed for pretreatment of feedwater for seawater reverse osmosis systems. The technology includes ZeeWeed 1000 and ZeeWeed 1500 hollow-fiber membranes that provide a smaller footprint and lower installed cost versus previous generations. The membranes offer a reduction in cost greater than 25% and a reduced footprint of 10% to 25%. The immersed ZeeWeed 1000 membranes are intended for larger treatment systems where the footprint, energy, and chemical savings are significant. The pressurized ZeeWeed 1500 membranes are ideal for small- to medium-sized facilities as they provide a packaged solution with quick delivery and installation. GE Power & Water (Schenectady, N.Y.).

MembranesThe EnviQ™ submerged ultrafiltration membranes have been
developed for wastewater treatment and recycle applications. Its design offers
ultrafiltration-quality product water using a stronger and more rugged polyvinylidene difluoride flat sheet
membrane. The system is offered in three configurations: E-8C, 16C, and 32C,
with surface areas of 80, 160, and 320 m2, (860, 1722, 3444 ft2)
respectively. QUA® (Pittsburgh).

Membrane contactor

The 8-in. × 20-in. Liqui-Cel® Membrane
Contactor provides beverage and pharmaceutical customers with an option to
design membrane-based systems with flow rate requirements that fall between
existing low- and high-flow rate products. The device can process 5 to 50 gal/min
(19 to 189 L/min) and operate up to 1034 kPa (150 lb/in.2) at 25°C
(77°F). The contactor has an average membrane surface area of 53 m2
(570.5 ft2), making it highly efficient at adding or removing
dissolved gases from liquid streams. Membrana-Charlotte (Charlotte,
N.C.).

Filter

The rotary table vacuum filter is a continuous filtration
unit designed to handle large flow rates. The horizontal orientation of the
rotary table enables a thick filter cake to form on the surface. The filter
features a uniquely designed cake discharge system, which uses an extraction
screw mechanism to remove the dewatered cake from the table and deposits it
into a hopper. The filter is an alternative to horizontal belt filters, rotary
drum vacuum filters, and filter presses. WesTech Engineering Inc. (Salt
Lake City).

Odor control

The ZABOCS® biotrickling filter system is
designed to remove odors from large pump stations and wastewater treatment
operations. It treats up to 25,000 m3/h (885,551 ft3/h)
of odorous air per tower and handles very high hydrogen
sulfide concentrations (greater than 500 ppm) with more than 99%
removal. The system uses random packed polyurethane foam cubes as the support
for biomass growth. Evoqua Water Technologies (Alpharetta, Ga.).

Filter press

The HEI filter press is designed to efficiently dewater
solids and process streams in water and wastewater treatment, minerals and
mining, coal dewatering, sludge concentration, pigment production, calcium
carbonate operations, sugar plants, mash-and-mush-applications in food
processing, and also in blood plasma purification. The unit also features both
electric and hydraulic components designed to facilitate both filtering and
washing. Hoffland Environmental Inc. (Conroe, Texas).

Filtration systemThe ProCleanse water
filtration system (patent-pending) point-of-use water filtration device
produces safe drinking water without the need for frequent maintenance,
chemical additions, and component replacement. The unit includes built-in safe
storage for up to 18 L of clean water, and lasts more than 10 years.
Maintenance generally is required only three to four times a year and involves
a simple 10-minute skimming process. ProCleanse LLC (Illinois).

Waste capsThe Smart Waste Caps
provide a 95% reduction of harmful substances, such as vapors or gases leaking
from waste solvent jerricans due to the use of a filtering cartridge of
activated charcoal. The caps are delivered with fittings and ferrules for 1/8
in. and 1/16 in. tubing. JM Science Inc. (Grand Island, N.Y.).

Couplings

PF
series non-spill thermoplastic chemical transfer couplings are designed to meet
requirements for closed system transfer of chemicals and other fluids. The
couplings can be used with concentrated or diluted industrial chemicals,
fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, or pesticides when
transferring from bulk storage tanks, returnable containers, applicators, and
more. Applications include chemical dispensing systems, agriculture spray
application equipment, intermediate bulk containers, pulp and paper, sulfuric
acid, pH stabilization, industrial chemical transfer, and water systems. The
couplings are manufactured in 0.5-, 1-, and 2-in. sizes. They are available
with fluorocarbon, ethylene propylene diene monomer, and Kalrez seals, as well
as 316 stainless steel and Hastelloy spring options. A robust connection
safeguards the transfer and dispensing of hazardous and aggressive chemicals
with minimal spillage. Parker Hannifin Corp. (Minneapolis).

Remote display

The
Machine-Mountable Remote Display enables users to view the iVu sensor image
remotely and serves as a constant monitoring and user programming interface,
without interference from electrical noise. The system features industrial
metal housing to shield the display from electrical noise, while its cabled
connector provides a secure, dependable connection, further enhancing the
device’s electrical noise immunity. The system also features an 89-mm
(3.5-in.), diagonal, color LCD flat-panel touch screen display and a wide
viewing angle — 60° left and 60° right; 50° up and 55° down. Two LEDs on the
remote display provide feedback of the remote sensor operation — one for
power/error and the other indicating inspection pass/fail. The system is
available in five cordset lengths, ordered separately; mounting brackets and
stylus are included with the cordset kit. Banner Engineering Corp.
(Minneapolis).

Actuator

The
SQ .2 range, designed for butterfly and ball valve automation, replaces the SG
.1 range. The new actuator size in the SQ .2 series more than doubles the
torque range. This expansion covers 50 to 2400 Nm. Advanced features and
benefits include adoption over a wider torque range without the need for a
gearbox. Sophisticated diagnostics and asset management enhancements include
additional temperature and vibration sensors. For enhanced positioning
accuracy, and an increased number of permissible starts per hour, an SQR
version for modulating duty replaces the SGR. Commissioning and operation of SQ
actuators are identical to the SA .2 multi-turn range. Both ranges are
available with simple AM or microcontroller operated AC integral controls. As a
result, controls are interchangeable, and at facilities where both product
series are installed, onsite device management is simplified. AUMA Riester
GmbH & Co. KG (Müllheim, Germany).

Software

The
new Operator10 v10 suite of operations information management software has been
reengineered to give users more control of data with reliable data management
solutions that will help maximize facility performance and ensure confident,
knowledge-based decisions, and industry and environmental compliance.
Ribbon-type toolbars have been added for displaying menu options and program
features. Movement through the process setup section has been improved to
assist users in setting up and modifying process control. The dashboard enables
users to organize information from multiple components into a unified display.
Users can create graph, data, gauge, and navigation shortcuts for instant
access to desired data. The software includes a built-in import function to
collect data from laboratory information management systems and automatically
transfer it into the software. AllMax Software Inc. (Kenton, Ohio).

Ultraviolet adhesive

The
UV25 offers fast fixture times, rapid curing, and high temperature resistance.
This multifunctional, one-component ultraviolet adhesive was developed for
bonding, sealing, coating, and encapsulation applications. It is used widely in
aerospace, fiber-optic, optical, electronic, and related industries. The
adhesive’s most notable feature is its thermal stability, with a glass
transition temperature of 186°C. It is serviceable over the broad range of
–60°F to +500°F. Additionally, this material is optically clear with a
refractive index of 1.55 at room temperature. It does not contain any solvents
or volatiles and features low shrinkage upon curing. It also bonds well to
glass, surface treated metals, and plastics such as polycarbonates and
acrylics. When used in potting applications, it can cure in section up to
0.100–0.120 in. Master Bond (Hackensack, N.J.).

Unloader

The
Sodimate unloader features a vertical spindle fitted with flexible blades to
ensure the mechanical discharge of dry chemicals from silos, bins, and hoppers.
The discharger rotates within the container bottom to prevent nonflowing
materials from jamming, bridging, or compacting as often seen with vibration
and fluidization systems. The design of the system enables the complete
discharge of difficult dry chemicals such as polymers, lime, and other reagents
used in the water and wastewater treatment process. Sodimate Inc. (Chicago).

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